I'm a graduate student in my 20's. A few months ago I met another graduate student and we hit it off. We were spending a lot of time together and I really felt we had a connection. But I admit I'm ... [ Read More ]
If He Doesn’t Get a Job, Should I Leave Him?
Hi Leather and Lace Advice: Almost immediately after we moved in together just over a year ago, my boyfriend’s company closed. He’s been unemployed ever since. It wasn’t his fault, but now he just ... [ Read More ]
He won’t communicate and he’s distant. It’s just little things but I’m worried.
Hi Alison and Tony: I love your advice. Now I’m writing because I don’t’ know what to do. I’ve been seeing Thom for over two years. We aren’t living together as we are both legally separated but have ... [ Read More ]
Does my Boyfriend have Real Relationship Issues, Or Is He just a Selfish Jerk?
I love your advice and your site! I have emotional issues from abusive I suffered at home as a child. But my boyfriend Johnny has what he calls social anxiety. I am demonstrative and physical and ... [ Read More ]
My Boyfriend Doesn’t Want to Do Anything, Anymore What’s Wrong With Him?
My Boyfriend Doesn't Want to Do Anything, Anymore What's Wrong With Him? Leather and Lace Advice received three letters from readers that raise similar issues, that of partners who used to be "into ... [ Read More ]
Is 50 Shades Darker Shocking? Should You See It? Movie Advice From LeatherandLaceAdvice
Is the Movie 50 Shades Darker Shocking? Should You See It? Movie Advice From LeatherandLaceAdvice We were invited to the press preview for the movie, 50 Shades Darker, the sequel to the ... [ Read More ]
Funny Video Good Advice: Make Valentine’s Day Special for the Special One You Love!
Looking for ways to make Valentine's Day (or any romantic moment) more special? We've got some easy and unique ideas in this short video! We're new video advice so we hope you enjoy our ... [ Read More ]
We Are Engaged But Now Things Aren’t Certain How Can I Save Us?
Dear Alison & Tony: Here's the situation: Sarah and I got engaged but now things are uncertain. My fiance and I met in college. After we graduated, which was about 4 years ago, we bought some ... [ Read More ]
Relationship Questions about “Gifts & the Holidays” That Drive People Insane!
Relationship Advice: Question: I'm worried I Won't Get My Engagement Ring Question: What Happens if I Give a Gift and Don't Get One Back? Alison and Tony aka Leather and Lace: We receive so many ... [ Read More ]
Should I Keep A Gift From An Ex If I No Longer Love Him?
Editor's Note: The majority of questions we receive about gifts, and gifting, are about what to do if you give a gift to someone and they don't reciprocate, or expectations surrounding gifting. But ... [ Read More ]
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